Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd

Released: May 7, 2026
Length: 9 hrs 55 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic

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In this engaging audiobook, award-winning Sondheim expert Rick Pender offers an in-depth exploration of Sweeney Todd, the iconic musical renowned for its dark themes and captivating score. Listeners will discover the show's gruesome 19th-century origins, the 1970 stage adaptation that paved the way for Sondheim's Broadway masterpiece, and insights into its Tony Award-winning original production. Pender also spotlights key figures from the creative team and examines various adaptations, including Tim Burton's film and recent revivals, while reflecting on the musical's lasting cultural impact.

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